Advocate & Hero

Christopher’s commitment to making the world better wasn’t something that began after his accident – it was part of who he was. Throughout his Superman years, he championed environmental causes, arts education, nuclear disarmament, supported HIV/AIDS research, and in 1987 traveled to Chile to help lead protests supporting 77 actors threatened with execution by the Pinochet regime. He was also a co-founder of The Creative Coalition, an advocacy organization defending the National Endowment for the Arts and promoting First Amendment rights.

Advocacy Transformed

After his 1995 horseback riding accident left him paralyzed from the neck down, Christopher transformed personal tragedy into a global mission. He lobbied Congress, testified before lawmakers, and helped secure millions in research funding. His advocacy wasn’t just about raising money – he changed how society thought about disability, challenged the medical establishment to think bigger, and inspired millions to believe that anything was possible.